Why not use pine nuts? Please use them if you can get them fresh and inexpensive. But if you can't catch them before they go rancid, walnuts are a tasty substitute. In fact, pesto can be made from many different nuts or seeds. Have fun trying them out.This recipe is dairy-free and super easy to make, especially when you only need to walk a few feet out the door for fresh basil in the garden. I urge you to plant an herb garden. They can be in pots (even in a window inside) and are very prolific. Basil, Dill and Cilantro for the tender selection, and rosemary, thyme and lavender for the hearty variety. You'll be so happy you did.1 cup Walnuts or other nut of choice2-3 cups of fresh Basil leaves (separate from stems)1-2 Lemons 1/2 tsp. Zest1-2 tsp. Ume vinegar to taste (this is like a sour liquid salt)1 cup Olive oil

(Optional) Cheyenne pepper to taste

Lightly toast the nuts in a 200 degree oven for 30min. or 300 degree for 10min. When they smell aromatic and are slightly golden, take out to cool.

In a food processor, blend the nuts till fine.

Add the rest of the ingredients and blend till smooth, scraping the sides periodically.

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